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"Remember the Ladies" letter

Definition

The "Remember the Ladies" letter is a famous letter written by Abigail Adams to her husband John Adams in 1776 during discussions about independence. In this letter, she urged him to consider including women's rights while drafting new laws for America.

Related terms

Declaration of Independence: The Declaration of Independence is a document adopted by Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, that declared the thirteen American colonies independent from British rule. Abigail Adams wrote her letter during discussions about independence.

Women's Suffrage: Women's suffrage refers to the movement advocating for women's right to vote. The "Remember the Ladies" letter is often seen as an early call for gender equality and women's suffrage in America.

Enlightenment: The Enlightenment was a philosophical and intellectual movement in Europe during the 18th century that emphasized reason, science, and individual rights. The ideas of the Enlightenment influenced Abigail Adams' thinking when writing the "Remember the Ladies" letter.

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  • What was the main message of Abigail Adams' "Remember the Ladies" letter to John Adams?

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